The U.S. Department of Education has formally rescinded the Title IX regulations implemented during the Biden administration, effectively rolling back protections for LGBTQ+ students. This move reinstates regulations from the Trump era, including a narrower definition of sex discrimination. Officials have also stated that the changes aim to restore protections for women in sports, while critics warn of the far-reaching consequences for LGBTQ+ rights and anti-discrimination efforts. Advocacy groups have described the decision as a significant setback for victims of sexual misconduct and for protections against discrimination based on gender identity.